News - Longford

Local minister shares concerns over new afforestation plan

The plan involves thousands of acres of rural land being sold to a British Investment Fund.

Jan 20, 2023 14:04

Leitrim has lowest percentage of homes with A energy rating nationally

The latest release from the CSO breaks down the percentage of BER rated homes by county up to December of last year.

Jan 20, 2023 13:48

N4 upgrade being held back by Government argues local councillor

Following a unanimously supported motion from Councillor Seamus Butler at the January meeting of Longford County Council, local representatives are now seeking to meet with Minister Eamon Ryan and Junior Minister Jack Chambers to highlight the urgency of the works.

Jan 19, 2023 17:37

Longford Chamber President says Argos closure is difficult for local workers

The announcement of the closures came as a shock to most people today

Jan 19, 2023 17:00

103 private renters in Shannonside region contacted Threshold in Q4 2022

According to the rental support charity, 100% of rental terminations dealt with by the charity in Longford were invalid.

Jan 19, 2023 13:53

Council to host Civic reception to honour recent Longford award winners

The All Ireland winning Slashers ladies team and Granard Junk Kouture World design champions will be the guests of honour.

Jan 19, 2023 13:40

Two drivers arrested by Longford Gardaí for drug and driving offences

One of the drivers had no insurance, tax, or NCT on their vehicle and also tested positive for cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamines, and benzodiazepines.

Jan 19, 2023 13:27

25 Gardaí in Shannonside divisions injured in assaults on duty last year

Damien McCarthy from the Garda Representative Association says it's a massive problem that needs to be addressed.

Jan 19, 2023 13:25

Argos to shut all Irish stores within next 6 months

The closures affect stores in Longford, Athlone, Cavan and Monaghan.

Jan 19, 2023 11:09

Longford Councillor calls on employers to support retained firefighters

The matter was raised at a meeting of Longford County Council this week.

Jan 19, 2023 07:35

Father and son put on peace bond over 2020 Longford incident

Detective Garda McGovern branded it an 'ugly incident' with Judge Owen handing down an order for the father and son to be subject to a peace bond of €250 each.

Jan 18, 2023 13:42